Ep72: Vassos Alexander - Why we should ALL be getting out of our comfort zone
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Ep72: Vassos Alexander - Why we should ALL be getting out of our comfort zone
Notable Quotes
"A life with running in it is better than a life without running."
"If you can get outside your comfort zone every day, then your comfort zone gets bigger and bigger."
"If I can do it, you can do it."
"What a thing to be able to say I ran 100 miles."
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In this episode of 5 Miles Easy, Rose and Steph welcome Vassos Alexander, well-known from the Chris Evans Breakfast Show, to share his remarkable running journey. Vassos has completed nearly a hundred marathons and ultra marathons, including the grueling 153-mile Spartathlon, and recently tackled the London Marathon while wearing a 25kg weighted vest. They explore his motivations for running, which range from mental health to physical fitness and self-discovery. Vassos discusses how he started running in his thirties and how it evolved from a challenge into a passion.
The conversation then delves into training for the London Marathon with the weighted vest, the physical and mental challenges faced during the race, and the camaraderie experienced among the runners and supporters. Vassos shares his philosophy on running, emphasizing that it’s about pushing oneself out of comfort zones to grow personally. The trio also discusses the power of commitment over motivation in maintaining a running routine.
As they reflect on specific races, Vassos opens up about the overwhelming experience of the Spartathlon and the unique aspects that come with running long distances. He highlights how running and ultra running is about communal experience rather than competition, and how everyone’s personal journey should be celebrated.
The episode wraps up with discussions on the support of the running community, the importance of enjoying the process, and Vassos encouraging listeners to embrace their own running journeys, regardless of their starting point. His story is an inspiring testament to the transformative power of running.
The conversation then delves into training for the London Marathon with the weighted vest, the physical and mental challenges faced during the race, and the camaraderie experienced among the runners and supporters. Vassos shares his philosophy on running, emphasizing that it’s about pushing oneself out of comfort zones to grow personally. The trio also discusses the power of commitment over motivation in maintaining a running routine.
As they reflect on specific races, Vassos opens up about the overwhelming experience of the Spartathlon and the unique aspects that come with running long distances. He highlights how running and ultra running is about communal experience rather than competition, and how everyone’s personal journey should be celebrated.
The episode wraps up with discussions on the support of the running community, the importance of enjoying the process, and Vassos encouraging listeners to embrace their own running journeys, regardless of their starting point. His story is an inspiring testament to the transformative power of running.
Key Takeaways
- Running serves multiple purposes, from mental health benefits to personal growth.
- Pushing outside your comfort zone can lead to significant personal achievements.
- Commitment is often more important than motivation in maintaining a running regimen.
- The running community is supportive and inclusive, celebrating each individual's journey.
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